The ruling class maintain their control over society through simple ideas rather than force. They use religion to maintain control (hegemony), which means ideological domination or leadership of society.

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What is structural differentiation and the sociologist who's belief it was?

Parsons (1951), structural differentiation is a process of specialisation with the development of industrial society. Leads to the disengagementof religion because we were more religious in pre industrial society.

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Name and explain the three main theories behind postmodernity and religion.

Believing without belonging- Grace Davie (2007) religion is not declini/ng but taking a more privatised form. Spirtual shopping- Danielle H/L (2000/2006) individuals choose parts of religions they like and live by it. Jesus in Disneyland- Lyon (2000)

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Explain the clash of civilisations.

Samual Huntington (1993) seven civilisations, each share a similar background and shared religion, this can cause conflict

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What types of religious organisations have small-exclusive groups?

cults and sects

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What is an open belief system?

Every scientists beliefs are open to scrutiny, critism and testing by others.

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What is Gramsci's religion and hegemony?

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The ruling class maintain their control over society through simple ideas rather than force. They use religion to maintain control (hegemony), which means ideological domination or leadership of society.

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What is structural differentiation and the sociologist who's belief it was?

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Card 4

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Name and explain the three main theories behind postmodernity and religion.